Scientists have discovered a mineral stronger than a diamond called lonsdaleite. The mineral, which has been theorized about for years, was recently found in Africa after meteorites landed in the region. It’s also believed to exist on Earth in some form, though scientists are unsure how much is available on our planet. Scientists published a study on the mineral in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences earlier this month. Do these proclaimed “space diamonds” come from planets made of diamonds?Read Long Article
